'Dança dos Famosos 2026' Reveals New Cast

The Brazilian celebrity dance competition Dança dos Famosos has officially unveiled the participants set to take part in its 2026 season, part of the long-running Sunday variety program Domingão com Huck.

Among those confirmed for the new lineup is an actor recognised for his role in a prime-time soap opera, a format that remains central to Brazilian television and traditionally airs at 9 p.m., one of the most watched slots of the day.

A television presenter has also been named as part of the cast, reflecting the show's pattern of drawing participants from a wide range of entertainment fields rather than focusing solely on actors.

As in previous editions, celebrities with little or no formal dance training will be paired with professional instructors to prepare choreographed routines performed live on air each week.

A panel of judges will evaluate the performances, awarding scores that, combined with audience input in some formats, determine which contestant is eliminated from the competition.

The format has become a fixture of Brazilian entertainment television, offering public figures from soap operas, journalism and other fields an opportunity to step outside their usual professional roles.

News of the announcement has already generated discussion on social media, with viewers speculating about which participants might perform well based on their public personas and any past experience with performance.

While the full list of contestants and further production details, including the season's premiere date, have not been completely confirmed, the initial announcement has generated notable interest ahead of the new season.